Classes & Workshops
Classes and workshops at NTC Promenade offer a wide variety of opportunities for growth, from practicing a new form of dance or martial arts to taking watercolor workshops. Hundreds of classes are offered weekly; check the calendar for today’s options. Looking for a specific event, class, or workshop? Search our NTC Calendar.
Bravo School of Art
One-day workshops are offered in a wide variety of hands-on art, craft and home decorating workshops for the experienced and novice artist alike, including Mosaic, Mural Art, Floor Cloth, Book Arts, Digital Photography, Collage, Mixed Media, Drawing, Painting: Watercolor, Acrylic, Oils, Weaving, Basketry, Jewelry Making, Printmaking and more. Saturday mornings are devoted to children’s workshops such as Fish Printing, Paper Craft: Recycled, Self-Portrait, Clay Play and more.
FX Dojo
FX Dojo is a center for digital art providing affordable tools and knowledge to the San Diego community. New methods of learning have evolved alongside changing technology and FX Dojo is a place to explore new realms of artistic education. As head instructor, Otto Lai offers unique group teaching methods catering to all levels and ages. He has been teaching computer graphics in San Diego for over 6 years and enjoys sharing his experiences. FX Dojo offers instruction in programs that are 'Open Source Softwares' – meaning the source code is public domain, making them free to download, install and use.
John Harvard Academy
Established in the San Diego community since 2003, and under the strong leadership of Mr. Andre Tran, a Harvard-trained educator, the Academy’s mission is to provide a quality, affordable after-school supplemental program for students in the community in grades Kindergarten through 12, with the objectives of helping students succeed in High School and preparing them to enter the best colleges.
National Comedy Theater- Building 176
The National Comedy Theatre is San Diego's acclaimed improv comedy show and longest running show in the history of the city. At our Improv Training Center at NTC we offer students the opportunity to study improvised comedy with members of the professional cast. We offer adult classes for all levels of experience as well as classes for kids and teens.
Outside the Lens - Barracks 15
Outside the Lens delivers innovative classes in digital media to underserved and at-risk K-12 students throughout San Diego County in weekly classes, after-school programs, summer sessions and workshops. It is dedicated to a future where all youth will have the education and technology necessary to understand, evaluate and create media.
PAARTS - Performing Arts & Athletic Restorative Training Specialists
Performing Arts & Athletic Restorative Training Specialists (PAARTS) is a multifaceted wellness studio designed to meet the many needs of performing artists and active individuals. PAARTS provides a professional and caring environment backed by 10 years of experience in the fields of health, wellness, and injury prevention.
Pachis Art Studio
Pachis, an art studio for kids offers art workshops based on an original curriculum, that help children develop a better sense of self and the world around them through art. The studio also offers open art studio hours, seasonal art camps and special events. In addition to the art services offered, Pachis sells specialty wrapping paper, stationary and art products handmade by local artists, as well as being a gallery where artist of all skill levels have the opportunity to exhibit and sell their artwork.
Pilates by the Bay
Pilates by the Bay is a fitness and wellness center for all. Pilates is the perfect workout for every fitness level. Pilates builds strength without adding bulk and enables participants to achieve a long, lean, streamlined physique. The workout promotes flexibility, agility, heightens body awareness and coordination. Pilates by the Bay is owned and operated by Aulani, a Stott certified instructor. Classes offered daily.
Playwrights Project
Playwrights Project is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance literacy, creativity and communication by empowering individuals to voice their stories through playwriting programs and theatre productions. Founded in 1985 by Deborah Salzer, Playwrights Project offers playwriting programs to thousands of grade 3-12 students.
Recreational Music Center
RMC takes an innovative approach to music learning through motivational group settings and popular music choices. If strict traditional lessons just don’t seem like the right fit for you or your child, we’re here to help you make your kind of music. We have special classes for toddlers, children, teens, adults and seniors in our state of the art studio – complete with high-end pianos, keyboards, Fender Stratocastor electric guitars, Roland HD Drum Kits, steel strums, djembe, recording equipment and more. Visit us during open studio hours any Friday from 6:30-8:30pm, from September through June.
The Hot Spot
The Hot Spot Pottery Painting, Candle Making & More is a creative studio where people of all ages can come create their own candle or pottery masterpiece. Everything necessary is provided, including a knowledgeable, friendly staff, good music, items like stencils, stamps, idea books and to make this experience fun and easy for anyone! Fund-raising opportunities are available to non-profit organizations such as schools, churches and community centers. All products are non-toxic and washable.
Theatre Arts School of San Diego
The THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL of SAN DIEGO offers theatre classes ranging from music/movement and creative play classes for pre-school age children to advanced acting and musical theatre classes for pre-teens and teens. Special workshops are also offered, featuring visiting and local theatre professionals whom have worked on Broadway and on stages around the world. Classes are led by Courtney Corey, from the original Los Angeles and Chicago companies of WICKED, as well as both the 1st and 2nd National Broadway tours of RENT. Courtney has traveled all over the world, exploring arts and culture. She has lived in Japan, and spent the summer of 2011 teaching music to children in Shenzhen, China. Having taught privately, and at universities and high schools throughout San Diego County for over a decade, Courtney is pleased to offer a new spectrum of theatre arts classes to students at the THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL of SAN DIEGO.
The following organizations offer classes & workshops as well:
Malashock Dance
San Diego Ballet
Jean Isaacs San Diego Dance Theatre
San Diego Watercolor Society
Visions Art Quilt Gallery
Expressive Arts Institute
San Diego Fine Arts Society
Dance Place San Diego Studios– several leading dance & movement instructors teach classes in this creative location. Check NTC Calendar for full listing of classes.